Ease Maintenance Requirements with

Sunclean Self-Cleaning Glass

SunClean Self-Cleaning Glass is a safe, easy, cost-effective solution for keeping commercial
buildings looking great. Formulated with a proprietary coating that is activated by ultraviolet
rays from the sun, it causes organic material to gradually decay and be rinsed away when it
comes into contact with rainwater. SunClean glass by PPG is ideal for skylights, sloped
glazing, canopies and other hard to access areas.

In addition to being both photocatalytic (the process that enables the glass to gradually
decompose organic material when exposed to UV light) and hydrophilic (the process that
causes water to flatten and spread out when it hits the surface), the TiO2 coating on SunClean
glass is extremely durable, since it is fused to the glass substrate while it is molten, which
creates a strong chemical bond. The strength of the coating has been proven to remain intact
even after prolonged exposure to rain, sunlight, salt and other environmental hazards.
SunClean glass is available exclusively as a first-surface coating on clear glass. A versatile
option, it can also be used monolithically, in a laminate or combined with Sungate passive
low-e and Solarban solar control, low-e glasses in IGUs. Finally, SunClean glass may also be
used with PPGs tinted glasses from the Oceans of Color or Earth & Sky collections for even
greater aesthetic options.
Like every architectural glass product manufactured by PPG, SunClean glass is Cradle-toCradle CertifiedCM, demonstrating PPGs ongoing commitment to sustainability and
environmental stewardship.
Pilkington Activ Self-Cleaning Glass

After years of research and development leading glass manufacturer Pilkington has
introduced the Pilkington Activ range of products. The range has products which combine
both self-cleaning and solar control properties, making them highly desirable amongst
homeowners looking for the ultimate in glass solutions.
By exploring this website you will find all the information you need about the use of selfcleaning glass in your home and its extensive range of benefits. These include saving time,
energy and money as well as the ability for Pilkington Activ products to be combined with
other Pilkington products to achieve such benefits as thermal insulation, solar and noise
control.